Mining Social and Labour Planning Workshop

The programme

Programme overview

As social expectations and regulatory requirements evolve, the mining industry faces mounting pressure to deliver meaningful, measurable transformation through its Social and Labour Plans (SLPs). These plans are no longer optional—they are strategic imperatives that directly impact the sustainability and reputation of mining operations.

Communities are demanding transparency and real benefits. The media continues to report dissatisfaction due to broken promises, while new amendments to the MPRDA Regulations now empower communities to have a direct say in the development and implementation of SLPs. Mining right holders must engage stakeholders early, ensure inclusive development processes, and report effectively on progress.

The goal of this workshop is to help you move beyond compliance to meaningful, strategic transformation. We focus on integrating key aspects such as Local Economic Development, Skills Development, Employment Equity, and alignment with municipal Integrated Development Plans—creating plans that are not only DMPR-compliant, but impactful and community-driven.

Join us to unlock the tools, insights, and strategies needed to design, implement, and report on Social and Labour Plans that build trust, deliver value, and support long-term success.

Who should attend

Who is this programme for?

This Mining Social and Labour Planning Workshop is essential for professionals involved in the planning, implementation, and reporting of SLPs, including:

• Social & Labour Plan (SLP) Managers or Coordinators
• Human Resource Managers
• Local Economic Development (LED) / Corporate Social Investment (CSI) Managers
• Procurement Managers
• Mine Management & Compliance Officers

Ideal for those who:

• Are accountable for SLP implementation and compliance reporting
• Need clarity on regulatory expectations and evaluation criteria
• Want to improve stakeholder engagement and alignment with municipal plans
• Are driving transformation initiatives within mining operations

Learning outcomes

What you will learn

The Benefits of Attending Mining Social and Labour Planning Workshop

• Strategic Alignment: Learn how to integrate SLPs into broader business and transformation goals.
• Practical Tools: Develop implementable, measurable, and realistic SLPs tailored to your local context.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Understand how to conduct meaningful consultations with communities and municipalities.
• Legislative Clarity: Navigate complex regulatory requirements including the MPRDA, Mining Charter, and Employment Equity Acts.
• Peer Learning: Gain practical insights through collaborative sessions and industry case studies.

Key Benefits

• Master the art of developing SLPs that are compliant, strategic, and community-aligned
• Learn proven methods for obtaining DMPR approvals
• Understand how to synchronize objectives across multiple regulations
• Build capacity to lead internal change and drive accountability
• Explore successful Local Economic Development models
• Participate in an interactive peer-driven learning environment

Explore the programme

Detailed programme outline

Module 1: Legislative & Regulatory Foundations

Objective: Understand the legislative framework guiding Social and Labour Plans (SLPs).

• Overview of MPRDA and the Mining Charter\ Summary of applicable regulations:
• Alignment between SLP, DTI BBBEE Scorecard, Mining Charter, Employment Equity and Skills Development.

Module 2: Understanding the Social & Labour Plan (SLP)

Objective: Break down the core components and legal obligations of an SLP.

• What is an SLP? Scope and legal status
• MPRDA Regulations 43, 45, 46B, and 46C
• Roles and responsibilities in SLP compliance
• Lifecycle and amendment process
• Contractor compliance and core vs non-core business obligations
• Prescribed contents of an SLP

Module 3: Human Resource Development (HRD)

Objective: Equip participants with tools to develop and implement compliant HRD programmes.

• HRD targets and budget expectations
• Integration with the NQF and SETA frameworks
• Employment Equity requirements & demographic targets
• Integrating and addressing SLP, Mining Charter, Ministerial targets for EE and EAP
• Core & critical skills definition and planning
• Career development plans, mentorship, and fast-tracking

Module 4: Local Economic Development (LED)

Objective: Develop LED strategies that align with municipal IDPs and promote sustainable development.

• Socio-economic context
• Stakeholder collaboration and consultation: Mining Charter requirements and MPRDA Regulation 7.3
• LED Budget planning & minimum spend guidelines

Module 5: Stakeholder Engagement & Consultation

Objective: Build capacity for meaningful community engagement and regulatory compliance as well as to track, assess and report on SLP progress and compliance.

• NEMA EIA regulations and SLP alignment
• Identifying Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs)
• Requirements and techniques for meaningful public participation
• Building accurate reporting on stakeholder engagement processed
• Best practices for transparency and inclusion
• SLP 5-year review processAnnual reporting requirements to the DMPRDeveloping monitoring indicators and performance targetsInformation disclosure and final SLP publication protocolsEnsuring internal accountability and alignment with Future Forum outputs

Module 6: Housing and living standards

Objective: Understand the housing plan targets set out in the Mining Charter and the impact on the SLP.

• The housing options set out in the SLP Guidelines and the Mining Charter
• Housing & Living Conditions Plans: standards and reporting
• Contents of a Housing and Living Conditions plan
• Housing and Living Conditions principles

Module 7: Procurement & Transformation

Objective: Understand the transformation goals associated with preferential procurement.

• Principles and objectives of preferential procurement
• Setting targets for the SLP
• Procurement and enterprise development obligations
• Supplier and enterprise development thresholds
• Procurement spend tracking, SABS verification, and offset strategies
• Sample analysis and R&D requirements

Module 8: Other elements of the SLP

Objective: Understand downscaling and retrenchment management process required by the SLP.

• Prescribed contents of the section on downscaling and retrenchment
• Retrenchment and Closure Plans: Managing Downscaling
• Role and Structure of the Future Forum

Learning approach

How you will learn

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

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Dates, duration & arrangements

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